Annual Presentation Ceremony for the Private Sector Organisations Grant and the Workers Associations Grant

Private Sector Organisations (PSO) Grant

The Government of Samoa reaffirms its annual commitment to strengthening its Public Private Partnership by supporting the ongoing development of the Private Sector. This support is manifested through a Grant valued at $200,000, disbursed to eligible PSOs to assist with their administrative operations.

On Friday, 26th July 2024, the Minister of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Labour, Hon. Leota Laki Lamositele Sio, presented the ten (10) eligible PSOs with their approved Grants for the FY2023/2024 as follows:

1. Aiga Tautai o Salafai Inc (Asosi a le Autautai Savaii Inc)
2. Business of Salafai Association
3. Samoa Association of Manufacturers and Exporters
4. Samoa Federated Farmers Inc
5. Samoa Hotels Hospitality Association Inc
6. Samoa Information and Technology Association
7. Samoa Mamanu Designs & Manufacturers Association
8. Tautai Samoa Association
9. Tufa le Taleni Society Inc
10. Women in Business Development Inc

Workers Associations Grant (WAG)

This marks the third year since the Workers Grants have been disbursed. The Ministry conducts assessments for applications based on three key criteria: proof of registration and activity, audited financial statements, and strategic plans for capacity building and addressing priority issues. This annual process requires associations to submit the necessary documents for review.

After a thorough evaluation, only two out of five applicants were able to meet all requirements for the grant and were approved by the Cabinet. The successful recipients for this year are:

• Samoa Nurses Association
• Samoa Medical Association

The Minister for the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Labour, Honourable Leota Laki Lamositele, stated, “Your dedication and hard work have been recognized, and we are proud to support your efforts in improving healthcare and supporting our communities.”

For the associations that were not considered for this round, he encouraged, “We urge you to ensure all required documents are submitted for future applications. We look forward to seeing the positive impact these grants will have on your organizations and our economy.”